Among those at the lunch-time part of the event was Lou Ann Tingley, a member of the Library Foundation board, who explained how the proceeds from the event will be used.

She noted that a major sponsor of Monday's event was Cloud Peak Energy. The company donated $15,000 as a match to what was raised during Dining for a Cause. Other matching donors included: Hammer Chevrolet, First Interstate Bank,Sheridan Community Federal Credit Union,Valley Motor Honda -- Total amount raised including matches was $28,800.